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Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2025
2/9/2026, 1:57 PM
Summary of Bill S 291
Bill 119 s 291, also known as the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Non-Federal Contributions Act, aims to create an interest-bearing account specifically for non-Federal contributions to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program. This program focuses on conserving and protecting various species of fish and wildlife in the Lower Colorado River region.
The bill proposes that these non-Federal contributions be deposited into this account, where they will accrue interest over time. This interest will then be used to support the conservation efforts of the program, ensuring that the funds are utilized effectively and efficiently.
In addition to establishing the interest-bearing account, the bill also includes provisions for auditing and reporting requirements to ensure transparency and accountability in the management of these funds. This will help to prevent any misuse or mismanagement of the contributions and ensure that they are being used for their intended purpose of conservation and protection of the species in the Lower Colorado River region. Overall, Bill 119 s 291 seeks to enhance the funding and support for the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program by creating a dedicated account for non-Federal contributions and implementing measures to ensure the proper management and utilization of these funds.
The bill proposes that these non-Federal contributions be deposited into this account, where they will accrue interest over time. This interest will then be used to support the conservation efforts of the program, ensuring that the funds are utilized effectively and efficiently.
In addition to establishing the interest-bearing account, the bill also includes provisions for auditing and reporting requirements to ensure transparency and accountability in the management of these funds. This will help to prevent any misuse or mismanagement of the contributions and ensure that they are being used for their intended purpose of conservation and protection of the species in the Lower Colorado River region. Overall, Bill 119 s 291 seeks to enhance the funding and support for the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program by creating a dedicated account for non-Federal contributions and implementing measures to ensure the proper management and utilization of these funds.
Congressional Summary of S 291
Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2025
This bill establishes an interest-bearing account for the nonfederal contributions for the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, a cooperative effort between federal and nonfederal entities in Arizona, California, and Nevada. The program works to recover multiple species listed under the Endangered Species Act.
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Current Status of Bill S 291
Bill S 291 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 29, 2025. Bill S 291 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 29, 2025. Bill S 291's most recent activity was Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. as of February 4, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 291
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
9Democrat Cosponsors
9Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 291
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesPotential Impact Areas
- Arizona
- California
- Financial services and investments
- Government trust funds
- Lakes and rivers
- Nevada
- Water use and supply
- Wildlife conservation and habitat protection
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 291
A bill to establish an interest-bearing account for the non-Federal contributions to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, and for other purposes.
A bill to establish an interest-bearing account for the non-Federal contributions to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, and for other purposes.
Comments

Skye Berry
1,006
1 year ago
I don't like this bill, it's gonna mess things up for us. It's just not right, and I don't trust it. They should leave things alone and focus on more important stuff. #notcool
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 291
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